1984 Audi 90 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
